John Aylward was a recognizable character actor who started his career in the theater. He was one of the founders of the Empty Space Theatre in Seattle and a member of the Seattle Repertory Theatre. His breakthrough role came on the popular medical drama ‘ER,’ which aired on NBC. Aylward played surgeon Donald Anspaugh from season 3 until the end of the series. His other television roles included DNC chairman Barry Goodwin on ‘The West Wing’ and appearances on ‘Mad Men,’ and ‘American Horror Story.’
Tributes to John Aylward
The ER family is mourning the loss of our dear friend John Aylward. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, colleagues, and fans. pic.twitter.com/oMyc1NZkNm
RIP to the Great John Aylward, a true Seattle Theater icon. Truth be told, I can trace my love and desire to become a Shakespearean actor to a performance by John (a mini thread) 1/ pic.twitter.com/u3RMgnEWm9
We lost a beloved member of our family this week, with the passing of company member John Aylward. An accomplished and widely respected actor, John left an indelible mark on the theater community and on everyone he worked with over his long career. John, we will miss you dearly❤️ pic.twitter.com/00jMZngRkP
John Aylward was a dear family friend. He was loud, goofy, & always a good time. He took me to the Chateau Marmont my first time in LA and famously told them "no, we don't have reservations, but I'm just trying to give you some money." He will be missed. https://t.co/jvmNswzn1D
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